Spurs Join Race for USMNT Defender
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping close tabs on Villarreal full-back Alex Freeman, according to Football Insider. The 22-year-old American has impressed since moving from Orlando City in January, and he has quickly established himself in LaLiga.
Ljungberg Slams Martínez Over Sending Off
Arsenal legend Freddie Ljungberg has criticised Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez after his needless red card in the 2-0 defeat to Chelsea. Speaking on Viaplay, as reported by Metro, the Swede said the incident left him feeling “a bit sick” and accused the Argentine of failing to put the team first.
Man Utd Monitoring £23m Centre-Back
Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, according to TEAMtalk. The 26-year-old Nigerian has been one of the Cottagers’ most reliable performers since joining from Ajax in the summer of 2023, and has made 112 appearances for the club.
Liverpool are reportedly drawing up a four-man list of centre-backs as they plan for life after Virgil van Dijk, according to CaughtOffside.
Who Are Liverpool Considering?
Borussia Dortmund captain Nico Schlotterbeck and Nottingham Forest’s Murillo are said to be the leading options, with Inter’s Alessandro Bastoni and Barcelona’s Jules Koundé also under consideration. Van Dijk’s contract expires at the end of the season, and no extension talks are reported.
Man United Make Early Move
Manchester United have reportedly opened discussions to sign Manchester City defender Rayan Ait-Nouri, according to TEAMtalk, putting them ahead of Everton in the chase for the Algeria international.
The 25-year-old impressed at Wolves, where he registered 12 goal contributions in 2024/25, before joining City. Life at the Etihad has proved far less straightforward.